The 2025 Urban Design Challenge is set to inspire Canada's brightest design students to breathe new life into Ottawa’s Bronson Channel Lands, located close to Parliament Hill. The competition, aimed at students studying planning, architecture, environmental design, urban design, or landscape a
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December 19, 2024The Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral, a cultural icon and one of the most visited monuments in France, faced a devastating fire on April 15, 2019, which caused the spire to collapse and the lead-lined wooden roof to melt, drawing international attention and prompting swift action from the French
December 10, 2024The development and design of a luxury home in Emerald Bay faced significant delays due to various natural and global events. Despite these obstacles, the result is a striking minimalist residence celebrated for its thoughtful design and meticulous attention to detail. The intricate process that
December 4, 2024In an era where climate change poses unprecedented challenges to urban environments, innovative solutions are desperately needed. The Harvard Magazine article delves into Bas Smets's groundbreaking exhibition, "Changing Climates," which explores new avenues for creating
November 22, 2024The contemporary architecture and construction industries are experiencing a transformative shift, moving away from traditional linear models that focus on extraction, use, and disposal. Instead, the focus is now on regenerative practices that promote sustainability, resource efficiency, and
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